Explore the best of Nara and Kyoto on a private day trip from Osaka. See local highlights like Nara Park, Tōdai-ji Temple, and the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest.
Start with pickup from your hotel in Osaka. Enjoy a comfortable ride to Nara Park, where you can interact with friendly deer and take a leisurely walk.
Next, visit the impressive Tōdai-ji Temple, home to a 15-meter-tall bronze Buddha statue. Walk through the famous vermillion-red torii gates of Fushimi Inari Taisha. Take time to shop for souvenirs and enjoy the spiritual atmosphere of this iconic shrine.
Continue to Kyoto, the historic former capital. Visit Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion), a beautiful Zen temple covered in gold leaf. Admire the stunning architecture and peaceful surroundings.
Stroll through the serene Arashiyama Bamboo Forest and explore the charming Arashiyama Kimono Forest. Finally, cross the scenic Togetsu-kyō Bridge and enjoy views of the Katsura River. End your journey with a comfortable ride back to your hotel in Osaka.